Recovery Room: A Boater’s Retreat in Shell Harbor
If you’re dreaming of boating or fishing the Gulf of Mexico, here’s the house for you. Located in the Shell Harbor neighborhood near the causeway entrance to Sanibel Island, Recovery Room offers direct Gulf access , 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and is ideal for avid boaters.
Living Spaces:
Panoramic views of the waterways stretch across the living room, family room, kitchen, and lanai. The family room seats 6, with a Smart TV and water views. The fully-equipped kitchen features KitchenAid stainless steel appliances, a French door refrigerator with ice maker and water dispenser, and Painted Lady granite countertops — all with a view of the pool and waterways. The laundry room sits just off the kitchen, with a stacked washer/dryer and access to the 2-car garage.
Bedrooms:
The primary bedroom has a King bed, en-suite bath with shower, a Smart TV, and lovely pool/waterway views.
The guest bedroom also has a King bed and Smart TV, with the guest bath and its walk-in shower just across the hall — which also has access to the screened lanai and pool deck.
Outdoor Living:
The screened lanai offers long views of the Shell Harbor canals, with a Bbq grill for outdoor cooking. The pool has both solar and electric heat, comfortable for year-round swimming. The boat dock is perfect for fishing, with water and electric available dockside, plus a complimentary Shell Harbor beach parking permit.
Stay Connected & Have Fun:
Complimentary Starlink satellite internet keeps you connected throughout your stay. Clear, dark skies make for great stargazing from the front yard, or stroll to the nearby Sanibel Marina to watch SpaceX rocket launches year-round.
Recovery Room is professionally managed by Cottages to Castles of Sanibel & Captiva since 1997.
Rental Terms:
This home is zoned by the City of Sanibel for a minimum 28-night rental, no exceptions.
Recovery Room sits on a cul-de-sac in a pet-friendly neighborhood — dogs are welcome with prior Owner and Cottages to Castles approval, plus a non-refundable pet fee based on length of stay and number of dogs; weight and breed restrictions may apply.
Faq
Who is Recovery Room best suited for? Boaters and anglers with direct Gulf access from Sanibel’s Shell Harbor neighborhood, plus a private dock with water and electric.
Is Recovery Room pet-friendly? Yes, with prior approval and a non-refundable pet fee; the home is on a cul-de-sac in a pet-friendly neighborhood.
What’s the minimum stay at Recovery Room? The City of Sanibel requires a minimum 28-night rental, no exceptions.
What’s unique about staying at Recovery Room? Live like a local, in a boating and fishing community where you can walk or bike to nearby restaurants and beaches.
Are beach towels and beach chairs provided? Yes — a minimum of 2 beach chairs are provided, along with 1 beach towel per person. Beach umbrellas are not provided.
Are bicycles provided? We don’t provide bicycles — that’s not our specialty. We leave bike rentals to the pros: Billy’s Bikes and Finnimore’s. Both deliver, provide helmets, and offer roadside assistance if needed.
City of Sanibel Dwelling Rental License Rdwl-005425
-- ID #297565
-- 297565
Amenities Include:
- Square Footage, Est.: 1822
- Bed Size 1st Rm/Primary: King,
- Bed Size 2nd Rm: King,
- Bed Size 3rd Rm: 2 Twin Trundle,
- Bed Size 4th Rm: Qn Sleeper
- Sleeper Sofa: Yes-Family room
- Elevator: N
- Pool - Fresh/Salt Water: Y
- Pool Heat - Electric: Y
- Pool Heat - Solar Panels: Y
- Bbq Grill - Gas: Y
- TVs - Smart: 3
- Wi-Fi: Starlink
- Cable - Streaming: YouTube TV
- Dog Friendly: Yes
- Pet Instructions: 2 Dog Max; 100lb Max
- Pet Instructions 2: Prefer Non-Shedding
- Beach Chairs: Y
- Dock/Lift Waiver Req: Y
- Boat/Kayak/Sup Launch: Bring Your Own
- Linens Provided: Y
- Coffeemaker - Drip: Y
- Coffeemaker - Keurig: Y
- Dishwasher: Y
- Microwave: Y
- washer dryer: Y
- Parking - Garage: Y
- Video / Audio Doorbell On Property: N
- Video/Audio Surveillance - Driveway/Sides: Y - side yard
- Near Beach: Y - Permit Provided
- Beach Access: Y - Permit Provided
- Golf Course: Nearby
- Rental License No.: Shom-005446